The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is one of the most famous and loved music festivals in the world. The festival first emerged in 1999 and became one of the most anticipated music festivals across the globe. The festival is coming back for 2026 and is just around the corner, and we are so excited! Hence, we are here with a complete guide for Coachella 2026. Check it out!
Coachella 2026: What Is It, Dates, Lineup And More
What Is Coachella?
Coachella, also officially known as the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, is known as one of the world’s largest and most famous annual festivals. It is held annually in Indio, California. The two-day festival features global artists, art installations, and a fun desert vibe.
Coachella 2026 Dates
The venue for this annual music festival is the Empire Polo Club, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio, CA 92201. It will be held across two weeks this April.
Weekend 1: April 10 to 12, 2026
Weekend 2: April 17 to 19, 2026
Who Is Performing At Coachella 2026
The 2026 Coachella will be headlined by three major powerhouses in the music industry, namely Justin Bieber, Karol G, and Sabrina Carpenter.
Sabrina Carpenter will be performing on April 10 and April 17
Justin Bieber will be performing on April 11 and April 18
Karol G will be performing on April 12 and April 19
Justin Bieber
Justin Bieber is a Canadian pop singer known for his strong vocals and his teen years’ YouTube fame. He has released multiple No. 1 hits such as “Baby,” “Sorry,” and “Love Yourself.” He also became the first solo artist since the Beatles to have three songs simultaneously in the top five of the Billboard Hot 100.
Karol G
Karol G is a Colombian reggaeton and Latin pop star. She is known and loved across the world for her powerful voice and confident stage presence. She has topped the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart many times with hits like “Provenza” and “TQG” alongside Shakira. Karol holds the record for the most entries by a female artist on that same chart.
Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina Carpenter is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She is loved across the globe for her catchy pop melodies, strong live vocals, and amazing songwriting. She came into the limelight through Disney roles and music. Her 2024 album Short n’ Sweet, with singles like “Espresso” and “Please Please Please,” topped charts globally and has earned multiple Grammy nominations and awards too.
Coachella 2026 Full Lineup
April 10 and 17
- THE XX
- Nine Inch Noize
- Disclosure
- Turnstile
- Ethel Cain
- Dijon
- Teddy Swims
- KATSEYE Devo
- Sexyy Red
- Central Cee
- Foster the People
- Levity
- Blood Orange
- Moby
- Marlon Hoffstadt Lykke Li
- fakemink
- Holly Humberstone
- Gordo
- Creepy Nuts
- Joyce Manor
- BINI
…. And more
April 11 and 18
- The Strokes
- GIVEON
- Addison Rae
- Labrinth
- SOMBR
- David Byrne
- Interpol
- Alex G-Swae Lee Solomun
- Taemin
- PinkPantheress
- Royel Otis
- REZZ
- Fujii Kaze
- Adriatique
- Davido
- Boys Noize Geese
- Rusowsky
- ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U
- Green Velvet x AYYBO
… And More
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April 12 and April 19
- Young Thug
- Kaskade
- BIGBANG
- Laufey
- Major Lazer
- Iggy Pop
- FKA twigs
- Wet Leg
- CLIPSE Subtronics
- Little Simz
- Mochakk
- Duke Dumont
- Worship
- Armin van Buuren x Adam Beyer
- Gigi Perez
- The Rapture
- Suicidal Tendencies
- BUNT
- French Police
….And more
Coachella Tickets 2026
The tickets for Coachella went live during the fall (September 2025), and in just three days, the passes were all sold out. They were the fastest-selling Coachella in the post-pandemic era, with over 100 confirmed artists. The headliners, Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G, are said to be the main reason behind the tickets getting sold out this fast.
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Coachella Travel Guide 2026
The nearest Airport to the venue is the Palm Springs International Airport. It is approx 35 kms away. The second nearest airport is the Los Angeles International Airport, which is approximately 236 kms away. Greyhound is their national bus service, which can be used easily for transport.
To attend Coachella 2026, Indians must obtain a US Tourist Visa (B-2), a non-immigrant visa for temporary travel. This includes visiting friends and family, medical treatment, or tourism, which is typically issued for up to 10 years and allows multiple entries.
Tips For Visiting Coachella 2026
- Bring reusable water bottles to keep yourself hydrated. You can also mix electrolyte powder into the water.
- Pack layers for the night to avoid the chills. For the day, try to wear light coloured clothes to escape the heat.
- Use credit cards or your mobile for payments, as the entire event will be cashless.
- Register your wristband via the official App immediately for security.
- The cell phone service might be spotty, so decide on a designated spot to meet in advance with your friends.
Summing Up
Coachella 2026 promises to be bigger and better with an amazing lineup of artists and banger performances by the headliners. So if you are lucky enough to have secured the tickets, Happy Coachella 2026 to you!
